James T Felker Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

James T Felker Pond Dam in Newberry, South Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 16 feet and a length of 350 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and a surface area of 7 acres. The dam is located on TR-INDIAN CREEK and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2017. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating that there may be some potential issues that need to be addressed to ensure its safety and stability. With a history of being inspected every 5 years, it is important for stakeholders to prioritize maintenance and improvements to enhance the dam's resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, James T Felker Pond Dam serves as a case study for the intersection of infrastructure management and environmental conservation. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the need for robust dam infrastructure becomes increasingly crucial. By monitoring and maintaining dams like James T Felker Pond Dam, we can better protect our communities and ecosystems from the potential risks associated with extreme weather events and shifting hydrological patterns.

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-INDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

64

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.